Final Project¶
Attending numerous events necessiates the use of proper equipment to fulfill one’s responsibilities. As an artist, having adequate lighting is crucial for me to create my paintings effectively. Since I work in various environments , not all lighting options are satisfactory. Therefore, the LED painting sensor, which I developed for my final project, serves as a solution to address the challenges I may encounter.
The concept behind the final project involves designing a portable painting light that can be affixed to any canvas. To realize this, I utilized a gesture sensor, two screws with nuts, a portable charger, an LED light, and an acrylic sheet. Initially, I constructed a prototype using cardboard to visualize how the light would function and be physically secured.
Next, I programmed the gesture sensor to ensure its proper functionality. Using SketchUp, I developed a 3D model of the device. However, we encountered an issue during the 3D printing phase: SketchUp’s surface-based design approach resulted in unfilled interior shapes in the model. To resolve this and ensure the 3D printer could produce the model without requiring unnecessary supports, I recreated the design in Fusion 360, ensuring it was fully solid both internally and externally.
The redesign process in Fusion 360 was successful, albeit time-consuming, taking approximately 20 hours to finalize the model. Following this, I integrated the LED light, acrylic sheet, and gesture sensor, testing and adjusting the project to meet my specifications.
